SFS Update

How to Update SFS

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For optimal results, update SFS directly from the server.
Important notes before updating:
- All Users: Log out of SFS, SIMS and SFM (if applicable).
- Remote Desktop Users: Log out of SFS, SIMS and SFM before disconnecting from the remote session. Disconnecting without logging out will prevent the update.

The update can be triggered from:
  1. Login on SFS (Shireburn Freight System)
  2. Go to Help > Web Update.
  3. Click Download to update to the latest version. 
  4. When the download finishes, you will be prompted to restart the program for the changes to take effect.
  5. Restart SFS and follow the instructions.


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